Destinations

Several major hotel brands have announced plans to expand into multiple locations in South Texas. This expansion is expected to provide travelers with more lodging choices in the region.

Hotel Equities is growing its presence in the Caribbean and Latin America by merging American corporate management with local hospitality practices. The company seeks to blend disciplined operations with regional service styles.

Calgary will host Rendez-vous Canada in 2027, marking five decades of Canada’s major international tourism event. The city’s selection spotlights Alberta’s vibrant tourism landscape.

Lakeside Essex has welcomed new investments in its food and beverage outlets alongside the introduction of updated cinema facilities. These enhancements are set to improve visitor experience and support leisure tourism growth.

An Alaska cruise operator has begun testing alternative fuel in its ships to support sustainability efforts. This initiative is part of ongoing environmental improvements in the cruise industry.

A passenger cruise ship has docked at Buffalo for the first time in decades, marking a renewed presence of passenger cruises in the Great Lakes region. This event highlights a historic return to maritime activity at the Buffalo port.

Spain has introduced summer train tickets starting at €7 on AVE and Avlo routes. This promotion aims to make train travel more affordable and boost tourism connectivity.

Mexico led North America in travel growth and visitor spending during 2025, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. The country outperformed the U.S. and Canada in these tourism metrics.

WTTC forecasts a 4.1% GDP growth for Central and South America's travel and tourism sector in 2026. Growth is expected to surpass global rates on the back of strong visitor spending and domestic demand.

The Department of Homeland Security is weighing the removal of customs officers from sanctuary city airports, a move the travel industry warns could risk $8 billion in revenue. Newark Airport is among those potentially affected, with concerns over possible customs delays and operational disruptions.